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Oregon State University

Oregon State University
78.8%
ACCEPT
01Acceptance 02Tuition 03Transfer 04ROI 05AP Credit 06Majors 07Housing 08International

Transfer Admission Overview

Transferring to Oregon State University is an option for students who started at another institution.

78.8%
Freshman Accept Rate

How to Transfer to Oregon State University: Step by Step

1
Research Requirements
Check Oregon State University's transfer admission page for minimum credit hours, prerequisite courses, and GPA requirements.
2
Maintain a Strong GPA
Transfer admission is heavily GPA-based. Aim for a 3.5+ GPA at your current institution.
3
Complete Prerequisites
Take the general education and major prerequisites that Oregon State University expects.
4
Write a Compelling Essay
Explain why you want to transfer and why Oregon State University specifically.
5
Get Strong Recommendations
Ask professors who know your work well.
6
Apply on Time
Transfer deadlines are often earlier than freshman deadlines.

Oregon State University Transfer FAQs

What is Oregon State University's transfer acceptance rate?
Oregon State University does not publicly report a separate transfer acceptance rate. The freshman rate is 78.8%, and transfer admissions typically track the school's overall selectivity.
What GPA do I need to transfer to Oregon State University?
With a 78.8% freshman acceptance rate, Oregon State University typically expects transfer applicants to have a college GPA of 3.0+ with passing grades in core requirements. Stronger GPAs offset weaker high school records for transfer admits.
When are Oregon State University transfer application deadlines?
Most US colleges including Oregon State University accept fall transfers (March-April deadlines) and many also accept spring transfers (October-November deadlines). Check Oregon State University's admissions page for the exact dates each cycle.
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Data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, IPEDS. Oregon State University is not affiliated with DeepColleges.